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Polymarket in Eswatini

Accessible: not geoblocked and no Eswatini action against Polymarket found.

Polymarket statusNot geoblocked by Polymarket
National positionRestricted
RegulatorEswatini Gaming Board; Central Bank of Eswatini
Last reviewed23 October 2026

The legal situation in Eswatini

Polymarket does not geoblock Eswatini, and no Eswatini action against it was found. In April 2026 the Eswatini Gaming Board reaffirmed that online casino-style gambling is prohibited; the four registered gaming companies hold bookmaker-only licences. Revised gambling regulations are being drafted, but no website blocking has been reported. The Central Bank of Eswatini has no binding crypto rules.

Key facts

  • April 2026: Gaming Board chair Mandla Dlamini reaffirmed the ban on online casino-style betting.
  • Four registered gaming companies hold bookmaker-only licences.
  • Gambling is governed by the Betting, Lotteries and Gaming Act 2021, according to one guide; revised regulations are being drafted.
  • No site blocking and no Polymarket-specific action found.

Getting started in Eswatini

Polymarket does not geoblock this country, but that is not the same as a local licence. Check the national position above, then follow our guides to sign up, deposit and place a trade. Profits may be taxable locally; keep records of every trade.

Public information on this country is limited. We found no specific action by a regulator, which is not the same as permission. Treat this page as a starting point and check local law.

Sources

General information, not legal advice. Check the regulator's own website before acting.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Polymarket legal in Eswatini?

Accessible: not geoblocked and no Eswatini action against Polymarket found.

Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Eswatini?

No. Using a VPN to reach Polymarket from a restricted location breaks its terms of service and can lead to frozen accounts. It may also break local law.